Research Physical Therapist
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Job Location:
Little Rock, AR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
5 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Type of Position:
Clinical Staff - Rehabilitation Therapy
Job Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
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Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education research and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
- Health: Medical Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position please click theApply link/button.
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CHP Student Employees and Trainees
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Summary of Job Duties:
Research Physical Therapist within the College of Health Professions reports directly to the Primary Investigator (PI) and assumes responsibility for various duties aimed at supporting the efficient functioning of assigned grant. These responsibilities include assisting the PI in planning organizing and implementing research activities in alignment with grant objectives as well as recruiting screening and enrolling study participants according to approved protocols. The Research Physical Therapist collects records and manages study data with accuracy confidentiality and regulatory compliance; and monitors study progress while documenting observations and reporting concerns or protocol deviations to the PI. The role also ensures adherence to ethical standards IRB requirements and all institutional and federal regulations while coordinating research appointments maintaining study schedules and providing clear instructions and support to participants. Additional responsibilities include supporting data analysis through data entry verification and preliminary interpretation; contributing to the preparation of reports presentations manuscripts grants and grant documentation; participating in team meetings and assisting with problem-solving to maintain study efficiency; and performing other related duties as assigned to support successful project completion.The College of Health Professions (CHP) serves the state of Arkansas as the primary arm of the University of Arkansas in offering programs that provide education service and research in the allied health professions. The CHP mission is achieved through the varied offerings of its departments. The College the only one of its kind at an academic health science center in Arkansas has as its main role the education of allied health professionals to serve in the health care delivery system in the state. The specific educational programs currently offered within the College of Health Professions are provided by ten academic departments. They include: Audiology and Speech Pathology; Dental Hygiene; Dietetics and Nutrition; Genetic Counseling; Imaging and Radiation Sciences (Diagnostic Medical Sonography Nuclear Medicine Imaging Sciences Radiologic Imaging Sciences); Laboratory Sciences (Cytotechnology Medical Laboratory Sciences); Occupational Therapy; Physical Therapy; Physician Assistant Studies; and Respiratory Care.
Qualifications:
Doctoral degree either post-professional or DPT with advanced clinical specialization plus three (3) years of experience as a licensed physical therapist.
Physical therapy license or license eligible in Arkansas.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Strong communication organizational & interpersonal skills; ability to identify & solve problems.
Contemporary evidence-based clinical practice knowledge in geriatrics
Experience with conducting collaborative research in geriatrics
Publication/grantsmanship experience desired.
Responsibilities:
Assist the PI in planning organizing and implementing research activities in alignment with grant objectives as well as recruiting screening and enrolling study participants according to approved protocols.
Conducts physical therapy assessments interventions and standardized tests as required by the research design; collects records and manages study data with accuracy confidentiality and regulatory compliance.
Monitors participant study progress while documenting observations and reporting concerns or protocol deviations to the PI.
Ensures adherence to ethical standards IRB requirements and all institutional and federal regulations while coordinating research appointments maintaining study schedules and providing clear instructions and support to participants.
Supports data analysis through data entry verification and preliminary interpretation.
Contributes to the preparation of reports presentations manuscripts grants and grant documentation; participates in team meetings and assists with problem-solving to maintain study efficiency.
Performs other related duties as assigned to support successful project completion.
Additional Information:
This position is a Designated Research Position and is regulated by the Arkansas Research Education Protection Act of 2025. Prior to issuance of an offer of employment the University is required to request and obtain additional information about an applicants background and if required conduct an additional review of that background information.
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Recruitment Contact Information:
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background drug testing and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing
Frequent Physical Activity:
Repetitive Motion
Occasional Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Sitting Standing Talking Walking
Benefits Eligible:
No
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Physiology Knowledge
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
